Inspection
Frame condition
Inspect the frame, fork, welds, and high-stress areas for cracks, dents, or prior repairs.
Kona
1997 Kona King Kikapu
Value Guide market data · 1997 Kona King Kikapu
12-month trend
— %
Direction and magnitude, not judgment
vs. category average
35%
Holds value better than category avg
Price over time - 1997 Kona King Kikapu
Values based on actual sales data. Enter your bike's specifics to get a precise valuation.
All King model years
2015$4,928 - $5,723▲ 104% vs. 1997
2014$4,278 - $4,968▲ 77% vs. 1997
2012$3,162 - $3,672▲ 31% vs. 1997
2011$2,883 - $3,348▲ 19% vs. 1997
2010$2,604 - $3,024▲ 8% vs. 1997
2009$2,139 - $2,484▼ 12% vs. 1997
2006$4,649 - $5,399▲ 92% vs. 1997
2001$2,696 - $3,131▲ 12% vs. 1997
2000$3,719 - $4,319▲ 54% vs. 1997
1999$3,719 - $4,319▲ 54% vs. 1997
1998$2,231 - $2,591▼ 8% vs. 19971997$2,417 - $2,807Currently viewing1996$3,719 - $4,319▲ 54% vs. 19971997 King Kikapu lineup
Overview
About this bike
1997 Kona King Kikapu value depends on condition, original build, frame material, service history, and current buyer demand.
Specifications
Frameset
- Fork Brand & Model
- Marzocchi Bomber Z-1
- Fork Material
- Aluminum, triple-clamp crown
- Frame Construction
- TIG-welded
- Frame Tubing Material
- Easton Elite
- Rear Shock
- Fox Alps-5R
Drivetrain
- Groupset
- Shimano XT
- Bottom Bracket
- Shimano BB-UN71, 110 mm spindle
- Cassette
- 8-speed, 11 - 30 teeth
- Chain
- Shimano CN-IG70, 1/2 x 3/32inch
- Component Group
- Shimano XTR/XT
- Crankset
- Shimano Deore XT, 22/32/42 teeth
- Shifters
- Shimano Deore XT RapidFire SL
Brakes
- Brakes
- Shimano Deore XT V-Brake brakes, Avid SD-3.0 levers
Cockpit
- Handlebar
- Azonic World Force
- Stem
- Tahoma Sonne IV
- Headset
- 1 1/8inch threadless Dia-Compe Aheadset ALC
- Saddle
- Selle Italia Expedia
- Seatpost
- Tahoma DP 310, 27.0 mm diameter
Wheels & Tires
- Hubs
- Front: King Kong 540 FHB, Rear: Shimano Deore XT
- Rims
- Mavic 217 SUP, 32-hole
- Spoke Brand
- DT stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
- Spoke Nipples
- Brass nipples
- Tires
- Front: 26 x 2.00inch Kona Scratch, Rear: 26 x 2.00inch Kona Sniff
Pedals
- Pedals
- Wellgo WPD-700 (clipless)
Accessories
- BB Shell Width
- 68mm English
- Colors
- Ball burnished
- Extensions
- Not included
Weight & Sizing
- Weight
- 26.7
Frame sizing
XS4'10"-5'2"
S5'2"-5'6"
M5'6"-5'10"
L5'10"-6'2"
XL6'2"-6'6"
M highlighted as most common resale size. Sourced from catalog metadata.
Geometry
- Stack
- Varies by size
- Reach
- Varies by size
- Wheelbase
- Varies by size
Industry standard. Sourced from catalog metadata.
What to check when buying used
Inspection
Drivetrain wear
Check chain stretch, cassette teeth, chainrings, and shifting under load before negotiating price.
Inspection
Wheel condition
Inspect rims, hubs, spokes, and bearing play; ask about the tire age and any prior wheel rebuilds.
Inspection
Service history
Ask for service records covering bearings, brakes, drivetrain, and any frame or fork warranty work.
Inspection
Suspension service
Confirm fork lowers and rear shock service intervals; ask for the most recent service receipts.
Inspection
Frame pivots & bearings
Cycle the suspension off the bike to feel for play, grit, or noise in pivot bearings.